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- Level Foundation
- Duration 15 hours
- Course by Lund University
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How can we live a good life on one planet with over seven billion people? This course will explore greening the economy on four levels – individual, business, city, and nation. We will look at the relationships between these levels and give many practical examples of the complexities and solutions across the levels. Scandinavia, a pioneering place advancing sustainability and combating climate change, is a unique starting point for learning about greening the economy. We will learn from many initiatives attempted in Scandinavia since the 1970s, which are all potentially helpful and useful for other countries and contexts. The International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE) at Lund University is an international centre of excellence on strategies for sustainable solutions. The IIIEE is ideally suited to understand and explain the interdisciplinary issues in green economies utilising the diverse disciplinary backgrounds of its international staff. The IIIEE has been researching and teaching on sustainability and greener economies since the 1990s and it has extensive international networks connecting with a variety of organizations.Modules
Introduction
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7
Readings
7
Readings
- Introduction
- Timeline and Syllabus
- Course Details
- Grading
- About us
- Hangouts
- Course Assignment: Greener Product, Greener Business, and Greener City
Lectures
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6
Videos
6
Videos
- Wicked Problems
- What is a Green Economy
- Little Actions and Big Challenges
- Why Scandinavia
- Cleaner and Greener production
- Evolution of the concept of green economy
Interviews
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Interview: An Economist's Take on GtE
- Interview: A Politician's Take on GtE
- Interview: A Global Green Growth Perspective
- "Meet the Parkers, Part I"
Readings
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Readings week 1
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Introduction
Lectures
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5
Videos
5
Videos
- Drivers for Consumption
- Consumers and Eco-labeling
- Myths of Consumption
- Mind the Gap
- Living Green in Practice
Interviews
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Interview: Green Economy in Sweden & Europe
- Interview: Building a Green Online Community
- "Meet the Parkers, Part II"
Readings
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Readings week 2
Assignment part 1: Greener Products
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Greener Product
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Individual Choices
Lectures
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7
Videos
7
Videos
- Business Fundamentals
- Greening Upstream
- Greening Downstream
- Green Processes
- Green Business Strategies
- Virtual Mobility and e-Materialisation
- Eco-Design
Interviews
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Interview: Sustainability at IKEA
- Interview: Green Strategy of a Restaurant
- Interview: Transition Towards Renewable Energy
- "Meet the Parkers, Part III"
Readings
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Readings week 3
Assignment part 2: Greener Business
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Greener Business
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Business Strategies
Lectures
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6
Videos
6
Videos
- Sustainable Urban Transformation
- Climate Governance and Urban Experiments
- Urban Infrastructure and Planning
- Visioning for Cities of the Future
- Sustainable Neighbourhoods
- Green Lifestyles and Cities
Interviews
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2
Videos
2
Videos
- Municipal Waste Management
- "Meet the Parkers, Part IV"
Readings
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Readings week 4
Assignment part 3: Greener City
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Greener City
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Sustainable Cities
Lectures
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7
Videos
7
Videos
- Policy Instruments and Incentives
- Green Public Procurement
- Policy for Waste and Resources
- Policy for Lighting Products
- Economic Instruments and Price Signals
- An OECD Perspective on Green Economy
- Green Policy in Europe
Interviews
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Interview: International Climate Negotiations
- Bonus interview: Extended producer responsibility
- "Meet the Parkers, Part V"
Readings
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Readings week 5
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- National Policies
Auto Summary
Embark on an insightful journey into sustainable living with "Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia." This foundational Science & Engineering course, offered by the esteemed International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE) at Lund University, delves into the multifaceted approach to creating a greener economy. With a rich history of pioneering sustainability initiatives since the 1970s, Scandinavia serves as a prime model for exploring practical solutions at individual, business, city, and national levels. Spanning 900 minutes, this comprehensive course provides an in-depth understanding of the interconnectedness between these levels and showcases numerous real-world examples. The expert instructors from IIIEE bring a wealth of interdisciplinary knowledge and international experience, making complex sustainability concepts accessible and actionable. Ideal for anyone looking to make a positive environmental impact, the course is available on Coursera with a Starter subscription. Join this global learning community and gain valuable insights into sustainable practices that can be applied across various contexts and countries.
Kes McCormick
Dr. Luis Mundaca
Prof. Oksana Mont
Prof. Lena Neij
Dr. Thomas Lindhqvist
Dr. Håkan Rodhe
Dr. Peter Arnfalk
Dr. Charlotte Leire